DELTA Act Heads to President’s Desk

Press Release 12.20.18

"The delta supports economic livelihoods and some of the world’s most magnificent creatures – but it’s under serious threat."

Chairman Royce Statement on Syria

Press Release 12.19.18

“The last administration showed what happens when arbitrary political deadlines – rather than reality on the ground – dictates policy in war zones. We must learn from the mistakes of the past, not repeat them.”

394 to 1

Blog 12.13.18

Today, in an overwhelming bipartisan vote of 394 to 1, the U.S. House took a rare and powerful step to declare crimes against Burma’s Rohingya Muslim minority genocide.

Declaring Genocide in Burma

Press Release 12.13.18

The Burmese military and security forces unleashed a targeted campaign against the Rohingya people – killing unarmed civilians, raping women and children, burning down villages, and planting landmines along border areas transited by refugees fleeing for their lives. Today, the House of Representatives took a stand by passing H. Res. 1091, declaring these crimes genocide.

Bipartisan Resolution Introduced Urging China to Maintain Ban on Rhino and Tiger Parts

Press Release 12.12.18

Congressmen Michael McCaul (R-TX), Ed Royce (R-CA), Henry Cuellar (D-TX) and Jeff Fortenberry (R-NE) introduced a bipartisan resolution urging China to maintain its ban on rhinoceros and tiger parts.

Remarks: Chairman Royce on Promoting U.S. Interests in Africa

Press Release 12.12.18

"We must get this right. Our diplomatic, economic, and national security interests are at stake. We must deploy adequate resources to support our interests in Africa. We must continue, not back away from, building partner capacity to improve security, foster trade and economic development, strengthen health systems, combat wildlife trafficking and support good governance."

Standing with Ukraine

Press Release 12.11.18

Today, the House of Representatives passed H. Res. 1162, which renews calls for Russia to end hostilities that violate Ukraine’s sovereignty, reaffirms the House’s commitment to Ukraine’s independence and security, and urges the president to hold Russia accountable for its aggressive behavior. Passage of the resolution comes in the wake of Russia’s seizure last month of Ukrainian ships and crew in the Azov Sea.

Condemning the Assad Regime and Its Backers

Press Release 12.11.18

Today, the House of Representatives passed H. Res. 1165, which condemns the Assad regime and its backers for their continued support of war crimes and crimes against humanity in Syria.

Recognizing the U.S.-Republic of Korea Alliance

Press Release 12.11.18

Today, the House of Representatives passed H. Res. 1149, which recognizes that the United States-Republic of Korea alliance serves as a linchpin of regional stability and bilateral security, and exemplifies the broad and deep military, diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties shared between the United States and the Republic of Korea.

Admin to Testify at HFAC Africa Hearing – Tomorrow at 10 a.m.

Press Release 12.11.18

Tomorrow at 10 a.m., House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Ed Royce (R-CA) will convene a hearing entitled “Development, Diplomacy, and Defense: Promoting U.S. Interests in Africa.”